Easy Homemade Seitan Deli Slices
Make easy and delicious homemade seitan deli slices with this flavorful recipe. They have a meaty texture, are packed with protein, and perfect for sandwiches. Get ready to elevate your meals with these healthy, vegan slices!
INGREDIENTS
- 1 block of extra firm tofu, (350 g)
- 2 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional, but adds a smoky taste
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 190 g vital wheat gluten, gluten flour
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF (176ºC).
- In a food processor, add all the ingredients except for the gluten flour. Process until you obtain a well-integrated paste.
- Add half of the gluten flour to the mixture in the food processor. Process the ingredients again until they are fully incorporated.
- Add the second half of the flour and continue processing. At first, it may look "crumbly," but keep processing until the mixture starts to come together and form a ball.
- Remove the dough and begin shaping it into a ham-like form (a slightly elongated ball) with your hands.
- Place the seitan in the center of a piece of parchment paper and wrap it completely.
- Then, place it on a piece of aluminum foil and wrap it again, making sure it is well sealed. This will help maintain moisture while baking.
- Place the wrapped seitan on a baking tray and put it in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour or until the seitan log is firm and cooked.
- Once baked, remove the seitan from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Carefully unwrap it from both papers and slice it very thinly with a sharp knife.
NOTES
These vegan deli slices can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week and in the freezer for up to 4 months.
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